The life of a monk, and the functioning of medieval monasteries, revolved around the production and reading of sacred texts. Many monks would have had their own small manuscript volume for personal use (called a ‘pocket Gospel’) while the great wealthy monasteries would have had larger format, beautifully-illustrated Gospels, such as the Book of Kells. [...] from The extraordinary journey of the Book of Kells The post The extraordinary journey of the Book of Kells appeared first on Visit ...| Visit Trinity
The Book of Kells is known internationally as one of the finest surviving examples of early medieval art. But what exactly gives the 9th century manuscript, held in the Old Library of Trinity College Dublin, its renowned reputation? One of the most richly decorated pages of the Book of Kells, named the Chi Rho page, [...] from Symbolism in the Book of Kells: the Chi Rho page The post Symbolism in the Book of Kells: the Chi Rho page appeared first on Visit Trinity.| Visit Trinity
In this blog, we’re sharing local knowledge to help you make the most of 1 day in Dublin, with an itinerary that captures the city’s vibrant culture, ensuring your time in Ireland’s capital is truly unforgettable. It’s walkable, so you won’t need to worry about public transport or traffic. Plus, it’s packed with variety, giving [...] from One day in Dublin: a local’s guide The post One day in Dublin: a local’s guide appeared first on Visit Trinity.| Visit Trinity
A project to create black and white zoomorphic images based on insular art| Gemæcce